Holistic Psychotherapy & Wellness Philosophy

HOLISTIC PSYCHOTHERAPY & WELLNESS NYC

About

For nearly twenty years, this holistically-oriented NYC Psychotherapy & Wellness Practice has blended what I’ve found to be the most effective practices in psychology, therapeutic consultation, neurobiology, attachment, alternative medicine, nutrition, coaching and mind-body medicine working with individuals and couples. I believe that lasting change and transformation is possible when given the right tools to thrive. I work with you individually, providing the right blend of therapeutic support and technique to help you live with greater ease and fulfillment. This allows you to thrive in your life and your relationships. You will enjoy a more satisfying, rewarding, and joyful life, no matter your struggles, challenges, or diagnoses. I’ve received extensive training and certification in a range of effective and evidence-based therapies in an effort to offer comprehensive care. As a holistic psychotherapist, I believe that it’s important to address the root cause of emotional and somatic suffering. I enjoy continuing education, and I’ve received extensive training and certification in a range of evidence-based and cutting-edge approaches. My practice is informed by my training in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, Relational Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Somatic Experiencing (SE), women’s mental health and nutrition and brain optimization coaching. Together, we work with practices designed to create an environment that supports optimal physical and mental health. Working virtually allows you to receive high-quality, effective therapy that is convenient and comfortable for you. Concierge psychological services are available to those who need more support than traditional weekly psychotherapy.

Training

Somatic Experiencing® International (in progress) — Eating Disorders, Compulsions & Addictions (EDCAS) Certification William Alanson White Institute of Psychiatry, Psychoanalysis & Psychology — EMDR Advanced Level I & II Laurel Parnell PhD — Positive Neuroplasticity Training Certification Rick Hanson PhD — Nutritional and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health Certification Leslie Korn, PhD — IFS Immersion: Integrating Internal Family Systems Across Clinical Applications Frank Anderson, PhD — Dialectical Behavior Therapy Behavior Tech Institute — Advanced CBT Certification NYU — Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Certification NYU — Advanced Clinical Practice Certification NYU — Clinical Approaches to the Addictions Certification NYU — Clinical Practice with Adolescents Certification NYU — Mindful Self-Compassion Training Christopher K. Germer, PhD & Kristen Neff PhD — Whole Body Focusing Glenn Fleisch, Ph.D — Executive Life Coaching New York University, Institute for Life Coach Training — Institute For Integrative Nutrition — Additional Professional Training: Gottman Institute for Couples, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Hypnosis for Trauma & PTSD — Ongoing workshops: Ester Perel, Bessel van der Kolk, MD, Dan Siegel, MD, Peter Levine, Ph.D, Gabor Mate, MD, Richard Schwartz, PhD, Sue Johnson, IFS, Somatic Experiencing, Trauma-Focused Treatment, Yoga Therapy, Urban Zen Integrative Therapy (UZIT), Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy

Concerns

Effective NYC & Virtual Therapy for Men, Women & Couples experiencing: Depression (GAD, SAD, bipolar, situational, chronic sadness), Anxiety, (GAD, panic, social, OCD, phobias, rumination, social withdrawal, avoidance), Personal/professional crisis Counseling & support, Chronic stress, overwhelm, work/life balance, Transitions, loss, grief, Feeling Stuck, Self-sabotage, destructive behaviors, fear of success, fear of failure, Fear of abandonment, relationships Dysfunction, communication issues, challenging work dynamics, Attachment concerns, abandonment issues, family of origin issues, Interpersonal effectiveness, conflict avoidance, difficulty expressing anger, shadow work, energetic blocks, lack of purpose, Difficulty attuning to and accessing authentic self, Imposter syndrome, feeling not enough, perfectionism, Guilt, Shame, negative self-concept, chronic low-self-esteem, Dissociation, nervous system hypoarousal/hyperarousal, Addictions, substance abuse, compulsions, eating disorders, poor coping skills, Boundaries, personal empowerment, identification of needs, difficulty expressing needs, compliance, appeasement, accommodation, Empaths, HSP’S, adult children of narcissists, adult children of alcoholics, Codependency, submissiveness, feeling overly responsible for others, people pleasing, recovery from family enmeshment, Sexual and intimacy concerns, alternative lifestyle challenges, Mental Health & hormone imbalance (postpartum, perimenopause, Menopause), Medical diagnosis,Trauma, chronic pain, Somatization, brain fog, low energy, insomnia, Circadian rhythm disturbance, poor lifestyle habits, lifestyle medicine, PTSD Trauma Resolution and more.

Modalities

Psychoanalytic, Relational & Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), DBT Skills, Advanced-Level EMDR Therapy, Parts Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Couple Therapy (Traditional, Non Traditional Couples), Sexual Counseling (Traditional & Alternative Lifestyle), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Therapeutic Consultation (short-term therapy), Coaching, Positive Neuroplasticity Training, transformation & wellness coaching, Urban zen integrative therapy, reiki, energy medicine, Protocols using precursor amino acids, fatty acids, herbal medicine, supplement Recommendations for mood, anxiety, ADHD, addictions, cravings, brain fog, PTSD, and more.

Expertise

• Depression (major, postpartum depression, SAD, bipolar disorder, atypical depression, dysthymia, situational depression, chronic sadness)

• Deleterious stress, insomnia, anxiety (panic disorder, generalized anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, PTSD, fear, worry, insomnia)

• Women’s hormonal health perimenopause/menopause mental health assessment & coaching

• Crisis counseling, transitions & loss, addiction assessment

• Obstacles, paralysis, performance blocks, blocking beliefs, dysfunctional dynamics

• Spiritual or existential concerns, shadow work, life purpose, energetic blocks, boundary setting work

• Hormone imbalance, nutrient deficiency, chronic pain, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, medical diagnosis, attentional issues, brain fog, autoimmune disorders, neurotransmitter dysfunction support & coaching

• Narcissistic abuse identification and recovery, codependency

• Empath, ACOA and highly sensitive person (HSP)

• Family therapy with parents & adult children

• Couple therapy, intimacy, healing from betrayal

• EMDR therapy, trauma resolution, nervous system dysregulation, getting “unstuck”

Teletherapy

Many of my New York patients are talented, driven and dynamic men and women who struggle with a range of concerns. Whatever challenges they may face, they struggle to have satisfying relationships, and lead balanced and meaningful lives. Like so many high-achieving successful New Yorkers, you may be high-functioning in many areas of your life and yet you struggle with sadness, emptiness, depression, anxiety and poor coping adaptations. Lifelong patterns and dynamics that are not identified and repaired are repeated again and again in our personal and professional lives. Seeking therapy with a highly-experienced psychotherapist can help you have healthier relationships, gain new perspectives, reach your goals and remain resilient during stressful and challenging times. Therapy can help you feel less alone with your problems, as well as feel supported as you work to improve your circumstances. Life in New York City offers a unique set of challenges. A fast-paced lifestyle and hectic schedules lead to high levels of stress and little time for rejuvenation. If you are experiencing feelings of anxiety and depression, or are struggling with substance use or unresolved trauma PTSD, you are not alone. Working with an experienced NYC therapist can empower you to find ways to cope with your circumstances, and develop strategies for work-life balance. Holistic Psychotherapy & Wellness Manhattan offers highly-effective, evidence-based counseling and therapy practices, as well as an integrative psychotherapy philosophy that incorporates a range of helpful, healing strategies, individualized to meet your unique needs This private psychotherapy practice rooted in New York City understands that busy New Yorkers can’t always take time out of their day to commute to therapy sessions. Teletherapy is a modern option that has become the preferred way to receive therapy and coaching for many. It is ideal for those who work or travel, couples with young children and different schedules, young adults and professionals, college students, boarding school, expats, international travelers and individuals who live in remote areas. Some high-profile and VIP patients have a greater need for privacy and discretion, therefore, they enjoy the relative anonymity of avoiding waiting rooms or being seen entering a therapy suite. Getting started is easy. After scheduling, I’ll send you a session link from my secure, HIPPA-compliant platform. You click on the link to my online waiting room and I admit you to my private online office. It’s up to you to create an emotionally safe space in your home or office for our conversations. Many enjoy their coffee, tea and pets during sessions. If you are meeting as a couple, being in the same room is ideal, but we can easily meet if you are in different locations. Research reveals that teletherapy is just as effective and comprehensive as in-person therapy.  Read research

How can an Integrative Psychotherapy & Wellness Practice enhance your life?

• Gain support through a personal crisis, transition, loss, trauma or challenging situation that causes personal or relational distress

• Heal codependency and feel empowered, autonomous, safe and secure in your life as self-esteem naturally increases

• Find relief for sadness, depression and chronic depression with interpersonal psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR

• Uncover unconscious conflicts and blocking beliefs that may be sabotaging your success and happiness

• Address dissociation, body image, eating disorders, compulsions, addictions, substance use or abuse and obsessions

• Learn to identify important thoughts, feelings, emotions, motivations and unconscious internal conflicts with insight-oriented therapy

• Develop enhanced self-awareness as well as empathy and compassion for self and others with relational therapy

• Break through blocks in intimacy, detach from unhealthy relationships and break patterns of repetition in significant relationships

• Learn to identify triggers that lead to anger, confusion and relationship dysfunction in couple and relationship counseling

• Develop effective, assertive communication skills to benefit personal and professional relationships

• Learn more adaptive coping skills, self-care rituals, self-acceptance and mindfulness to create a healthy work-life balance

• Uncover patterns of crippling perfectionism that interfere with achievement, success and personal happiness using EMDR

• Process and heal painful feelings of loneliness, disappointment, sadness, loss, grief, guilt, shame, anger, envy and fear

• Resolve trauma and abuse symptoms, develop healthier boundaries and heal early attachment wounds with EMDR Therapy

• Recommendations for protocols using precursor amino acids, fatty acids, herbal medicine, supplements for mood, anxiety, ADHD, addictions, cravings, brain fog, PTSD

• Diagnose & identify reproductive hormone-related (peri-menopause, menopause) anxiety, depression, insomnia, brain fog, low energy, pain, migraines, IBS, fibromyalgia

• Learn self-care, meditation, breathing techniques, energy medicine & somatic therapy practices to regulate the nervous system

• Obtain consultations for referrals to psychopharmacologists, psychiatrists, psychologists and other allied professionals